Undocumented Graduate & Professional Student Resource Hub

This resource hub aspires to be a comprehensive central point where campuses and students can find information on graduate and professional school access, retention and success. It is meant to be a living document that will be updated regularly and include any new resources that campuses and organizations develop.

Funding

We know funding is one of the biggest concerns and challenges undocumented students experience in graduate and professional school. With this in mind, in this section you can find information on:

General Funding
Loans
Scholarships and Fellowships
State Financial Aid

I received an institutional fellowship that paid for the entire tuition for the Ph.D./M.A. I received additional funding for living expenses that I believe was paid as a scholarship or stipend.
Ph.D. student at Private Research University in D.C.

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Steps for Undocumented Students to Appeal a Financial Award Letter for Graduate School

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration

This document consists of general steps to appeal a financial aid award letter. Additional information may be needed depending on the institution, respective state policies, institutional financial aid policies, etc. Please note that the following suggested steps may not apply to all institutions.

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theDream.US Paying for Graduate School Workshop

theDream.US

The "Paying for Grad School" Workshop shares information from experts and students who have successfully navigated the world of graduate school funding. The guest speakers provide invaluable insights into scholarships, fellowships, fundraising, loans, and other resources to help you pay for your graduate education.

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Latino Museum Studies Program Graduate Summer Fellowship

Smithsonian

Summer fellowship information for the Latino Museum Studies Program.

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Latino Museum Studies Program Predoctoral & Postdoctoral Fellowships

The Latino Museum Studies Program

Information for the Latino Museum Studies Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships to support independent scholars with opportunities to conduct research at various Smithsonian museums and research centers.

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Golden Door Scholars

GDS is a vibrant and determined community that offers comprehensive support including career readiness programs, mentorship, and intentional programming, going beyond financial assistance.

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UCLA Labor Summer Fellowship

UCLA Dream Resource Center

An annual program that brings together young leaders and community organizations who share a vision for worker justice and labor rights.

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New Scholarship Offers Support to Emerging Latino Leaders

UCLA Luskin Center of Public Affairs

Learn more about the a scholarship for Latino students at UCLA Luskin.

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HGSE Find Yourself Here: Diversity Recruitment Program

Harvard Graduate School of Education

Fellowship information for students interested in the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Prospective students with limited financial resources are encouraged to apply for the FYH Travel Fellowship.

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The NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship

The NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship seeks to encourage a new generation of scholars from a wide range of disciplines and professional fields to undertake research relevant to the improvement of education.

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Immigrants Rising’s List of Scholarships and Fellowships

Immigrants Rising

A curated list of scholarships and fellowships that don’t require proof of U.S. citizenship. The list has general application eligibility requirements, including education level, region/state, and immigration status (e.g. DACA, TPS, in-state tuition eligibility).

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The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

Paul & Daisy Soros

A fellowship program that honors the contributions of immigrants and children of immigrants to the United States.

Undocumented Graduate & Professional Student Resource Hub

Funding

Steps for Undocumented Students to Appeal a Financial Award Letter for Graduate School

theDream.US Paying for Graduate School Workshop

Dreamers Graduate Loan Program

Latino Museum Studies Program Graduate Summer Fellowship

Latino Museum Studies Program Predoctoral & Postdoctoral Fellowships

Golden Door Scholars

UCLA Labor Summer Fellowship

New Scholarship Offers Support to Emerging Latino Leaders

HGSE Find Yourself Here: Diversity Recruitment Program

The NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship

Immigrants Rising’s List of Scholarships and Fellowships

The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

California State University Grant (SUG) Program

Undocumented Graduate & Professional Student Resource Hub

Funding

General Funding

Steps for Undocumented Students to Appeal a Financial Award Letter for Graduate School

theDream.US Paying for Graduate School Workshop

Loans

Scholarships & Fellowships

State Financial Aid